Principal Statistical Programmer - FSP (Permanent Homebased)

IQVIA; Livingston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Statistical Programmer to provide advanced technical expertise across complex projects in the Life Sciences sector. This exciting role involves developing integrated programming solutions, managing resources, and ensuring the highest standards of quality control. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and contribute to improving patient outcomes. Join a diverse global team dedicated to advancing healthcare and unleash your potential in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Global exposure

Excellent career development opportunities

Work-life balance

Access to cutting-edge technology

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of statistical programming experience in Life Sciences.
• Advanced knowledge of statistics and clinical drug development processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop programming specifications for complex studies.
• Lead technical teams and communicate with internal and external clients.

Skills

Statistical Programming

SAS Programming

Data Standards Knowledge (CDISC/ADaM/SDTM)

Project Management

Statistical Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Maths

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's Degree in Statistics

Tools

Base SAS

SAS Graph

SAS Macro

Job description

Job Overview:

As a Principal Statistical Programmer, you will provide advanced technical expertise to develop process methodology for the department to meet internal and external clients’ needs across complex projects and studies.

This involves planning and coordinating the development of integrated programming solutions, serving the full spectrum of statistical programming needs. You will provide internal consulting services, including specifications and user needs analysis for complex project or client requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform, plan, coordinate, and implement the following for complex studies:

• The programming, testing, and documentation of statistical programs for creating statistical tables, figures, and listings.
• The programming of analysis datasets (derived datasets) and transfer files for internal and external clients.
• The programming quality control checks for source data and reporting data issues periodically.

Interpret project-level requirements and develop programming specifications for complex studies.

Provide advanced technical expertise with internal and external clients, independently bringing project solutions to SP teams.

Fulfill project responsibilities as a technical team lead for single complex studies or groups of studies.

Communicate directly with internal and client statisticians and clinical team members to ensure understanding of requirements and timelines.

Estimate programming scope, manage resources, communicate project status, and negotiate timelines.

Promote the use of established standards, SOPs, and best practices.

Provide training and mentorship to SP team members.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Maths, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field.
• 7+ years of statistical programming experience within the Life Science Industry.
• Strong efficacy experience.
• Advanced knowledge of statistics, programming, and clinical drug development processes.
• Proficiency in computing applications such as Base SAS, SAS Graph, and SAS Macro.
• Knowledge of relevant Data Standards (e.g., CDISC/ADaM/SDTM).

Join IQVIA

to see where your skills can take you:

• Global exposure
• Variety of therapeutic areas
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Access to cutting-edge technology
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Work-life balance with a focus on well-being

Unleash your potential! It takes passion to make the extraordinary possible for patients. Our culture of innovation and collaboration enables us to explore new possibilities and improve health worldwide.

When you join our diverse, global team, you’ll harness the power of data, analytics, technology, and healthcare expertise to advance healthcare.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create connections to accelerate development and commercialization of medical treatments to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com